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1. A set of hotel-quality cooling gel pillows, because if getting a 5-star sleep experience at home doesn't sound like just the best thing ever, I don't know what does. These fluffy, breathable pillows ensure both sides are the ~cool side~ to help prevent uncomfortable night sweats (yes, please!).
Bonus: These are fully machine-washable.
Promising review: "After looking for pillows everywhere in stores and not being satisfied, I decided to trust a TikTok that I saw featuring these pillows and checked out the reviews here and saw the hype. Decided to trust this hype and order two of my own, and they are SERIOUSLY THE BEST PILLOWS EVER! Trust the reviews. Took two minutes to fluff up to use, and both my fiancé and I are having the best sleeps now." —Ellen
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in queen and king sizes) — don't forget to apply the coupon to save 10%!
2. A swoon-worthy Barefoot Dreams throw dupe reviewers on Amazon *and* TikTok say is just as soft and snuggly as the real deal (but more affordable!). It'll keep you from shivering on your couch until spring finally rolls around.
Promising review: "I saw this blanket on TikTok and I have to say I absolutely love it. I've washed it several times now and it’s maintained its elasticity and softness after each wash. It’s warm enough but not too hot for a throw. Absolutely recommend this blanket!" —Amy
Another promising review: "I saw this blanket suggested as a Barefoot Dreams dupe. Being a sucker for soft, cozy blankets, I thought I would get one and compare it to my Barefoot Dreams blanket. Not only did it compare, I actually prefer this blanket. If they are both laying there, I choose this one!" —CC
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in two sizes and 13 styles).
3. A pack of gentle 2-in-1 flossing toothbrushes that aren't just easy on sensitive gums, they'll also cut down on your nighttime routine. These bristles are 10 times thinner than the ones on your average toothbrush to get into alllll of those nooks and crannies harboring loads of bacteria in your mouth. 😬
Mouthwatchers is a small biz founded by Ronald Plotka, DDS. Their toothbrushes are made with silver-infused bristles to eliminate 99% of bacteria, and the dual-layered design helps the brush reach those deep areas where 95% of cavities form.
Promising review: "Let me preface this by saying, I hate flossing! I could never get through my entire mouth without setting off my gag reflex at least twice, and even then it never got fully cleaned. My gums are also extremely sensitive and bleed easily. To combat this, I have tried every toothbrush imaginable to get me a good clean with minimal bleeding; regular ones, electric, three-sided, 10,000 bristles — nearly everything besides a robot that will brush my teeth for me. I found these on BuzzFeed and immediately ordered them. I am so impressed with the way they clean, my teeth and gums feel so damn clean and my gums aren’t even swollen, or bleeding. It’s like being fresh from the dentist! These are certainly a toothbrush that I will purchase again and again!" —Katelyn
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $16.06+ (available in four colors and a variety pack).
4. A lightweight deep-tissue massage gun, which will help soothe all of those kinks you randomly developed...out of nowhere?! Alas, we all knew the day would eventually come when mysterious aches and pains became a regular part of life, but having this on hand makes 'em a lot more tolerable.
It comes with five massage heads and five speed levels to try out — and weighs just 1.5 pounds!
Promising review: "I have had chronic issues with pain caused by severely knotted muscles. This massager changed my life! I have tried muscle relaxers, stretching, and many other things, but a couple of muscles in my upper back would just knot up with any stress, physical or emotional, and the pain was nearly constant. I used this for about a half hour on all of my muscles with the first use, and the effects were immediate and profound. Pain relief was instant, and occasional use for a couple of minutes to the affected areas has been able to maintain that relief. I loved it so much, I bought one for my brother, who says it is helping him tremendously, as well. I have charged my massager twice in the last two months, battery life is excellent!" —Patty S.
Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in four colors) — don't forget to apply the coupon to save $20!
5. A pair of TikTok-famous Aerie crossover flare leggings, because if you wanna avoid wearing "hard pants" while looking stylish, you can't go wrong with these.
At one point, there was so much demand that they were sold out online, but luckily for us they're back in stock!
Promising review: "The leggings are my favorite thing to wear — I literally wash and repeat them. They’re so comfortable and fit like a glove. I even got my mom to get the same pair lol. 12/10 highly recommend!" —Lucy
Another promising review: "They’re a perfect piece to add to your wardrobe; you can wear them anywhere, style them up or down, however you want. Perfectly comfortable, and the crossover is also super cute. There’s nothing bad I can say about them, I would literally wear these every day. I need to get more, I definitely recommend." —Rani
Get them from Aerie for $38.46 (originally $54.95; available in sizes XXS–XXL in regular, short, and long lengths, and four colors).
6. A memory foam seat cushion that'll make you wonder how the heck you put up with that hard as a rock desk chair for so long as soon as you feel it cradle your bum. Work in front of a computer all day? You're gonna want one not only for comfort, but to provide support and promote better alignment!
It's also great for long car trips!
Promising review: "A few weeks into working from home five days a week I started having a lot of hip/leg/back pain. I have a good Herman Miller task chair that had been fine for one to two days of WFH a week, but wasn't working for me full time. In the early afternoons my lower back would start cramping. I did some research and bought this pillow and it immediately helped! I also took it on a two-week road trip since a three day road trip earlier this year had made a mess of my lower body that lingered for weeks — and no pain! What really drove me to write this review was that yesterday, unknowingly, I worked all day sitting on my chair without my cushion. I had removed it to use as a spare chair at my dinner table and forgot to put it back. At the end of the day hip was aching and I realized why! Today it's back on my chair and I'm already feeling better." —Lorene
Get it from Amazon for $51.95 (available in three colors).
7. A splurge-worthy towel warmer so you can spoil yourself with a tingly spa experience right at home. 🥰 Seriously, this will become your new "Whatever did I do without this?" favorite thing, and getting out of the shower will never be the same.
It fits one oversized bath towel and you can program the heat in 15-minute intervals up to an hour.
Promising review: "We found this on TikTok and got it for ourselves for Xmas. Definitely not a necessity in life, but it's really nice to have, especially now in winter. We love to use it for our babies and I'm sure they like it as well. We haven't had any issues with use. I use a large, thick beach-size towel normally and that fits fine in there. The minimum time setting is 15 minutes, but you don't need to have it in there for the full 15 to get it warm." —Sam Pereyra
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
8. A pair of Apple AirPods Pro, because your ears deserve the very best, and these come with four sizes of silicone tips to try on for the perfect comfy fit. They also have excellent noise cancelation (bye bye, endless jackhammering on your street!), and if you're prone to losing small things, they come with a *super* helpful precision finding feature.
You can get up to 30 hours of listening time with the charging case!
Promising review: "Love these! Wore them for an entire four-hour flight — very comfortable, and the batteries didn't die. Good sound-cancellation, so I didn't have to hear annoying conversations around me." —Vince in LA
Another promising review: "I work in an art studio where I paint in an airbrush booth. The vent fan for the fumes is so loud my ears would ring for hours after. I bought these AirPods Pro 2 and WOW! The ANC (active noise cancellation) completely removed the fan noise and also the sound of the air compressor. Even the hiss of the airbrush I was using! All I could hear was my music. The audio was amazing! I was blown away by the spatial audio. It was like being there. You turn your head and the different instruments sound like they are coming from different directions in the room. The sound is rich and clean, the bass full and deep. I’m just amazed. The tips fit my ears perfectly right out of the box. There is even an ear fit test you can do right in the settings to help you get the right fit. I’m so glad I bought these." —Myla
Get them from Amazon for $239 (also available with Apple Care).
9. An extremely comfy Trtl travel pillow that'll prop your head up and prevent you from awkwardly dozing off on your flight neighbor's shoulder. 😬 Plus, it'll double as a scarf (planes are COLD), and it's much sleeker-looking than those puffy U-shaped pillows.
It also easily attaches to backpacks and luggage handles, weighs less than half a pound, and is machine washable!
Promising review: "I can't stop recommending this pillow to all of my friends! It has let me comfortably sleep on flights that take place on the most uncomfortable airplane seats. On long flights, I always need to prop up my hand and I rest my head on it. But this method always ends with my arm falling asleep and I end up waking up every 30 minutes. Now this pillow provides that exact same support without needing my arms to prop me up! It's small enough to fit in your bag and doesn't take up much space." —Simona Krifman
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in three colors).
10. And an in-flight foot hammock, which might seem a little *extra* at first, but will make you a believer after one use. Simply hang it on the arms of your tray table and rest your feet on the cushion to help prevent soreness and swelling. Just make sure you're wearing a clean pair of socks before taking your shoes off!
Promising review: "This is an amazing product. It's so simple but works incredibly to prevent swelling and pressure on legs while flying. I just flew the first leg of an international flight and used it, and I am on a layover now and had to pause to write this review. I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!! It easily attached to the tray table, and I adjusted to my desired height. It is like a hammock for your feet. You just prop them up inside the thing/swing/hammock — which is very cushiony — and your feet are hoisted up comfortably. I'm a big girl and weight is no issue. DEFINITELY MUST HAVE ON ALL MY FLIGHTS NOW. This thing is great!!" —Queen
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three colors).
11. Plus, a clever hoodie with a built-in eye mask you'll be so happy you wore when your flight neighbor has the overhead reading light angled right at your face. Its cushy, cotton blend fleece and cozy, oversized fit will make you feel the most comfy you've ever felt in an airplane seat, and maybe you'll even get some shut-eye this time!
Pond Los Angeles is an Asian woman-owned small biz making luxurious travel products that'll make you feel like you're in first class, even if you're flying coach.
Promising review: "I fly a lot and am constantly trying to find a hoodie with a big hood to cover my eyes so I can catch up on some beauty sleep on flights. I saw this product on Instagram and knew it would be a game changer. I was able to use it recently for the first time on an early-morning flight, and let me tell you, it is EVERYTHING I was looking for and more. It’s comfy, cozy, oversized, and the eye covers make you feel like you’re in a whole other world and not packed like a sardine on a plane. My over ear headphone fit perfectly under it and I got the best sleep I’ve had on a plane — EVER! Like other reviews have said, it is big, so size down if you want something a little more snug. I have been wearing it every day at home and can’t wait to get the black and blush ones!" —Heather G.
Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $102.40+ (available in women's sizes XS–XL and three colors — pink, tan, and black).
12. A box of Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment packets, which contain natural colloidal oatmeal to soothe dry, itchy, irritated skin, whether you're experiencing discomfort from poison ivy, bug bites, eczema, sunburn, rash, or even chicken pox!
Its gentle, fragrance-free formula is suitable for sensitive skin — simply sprinkle the contents from the packet into warm bath water and mix it in before you soak.
Promising review: "This oatmeal bath has made a world of difference with my increasing pregnancy itchiness. The next day after a bath, my skin feels so smooth and moisturized. I have even come to find that it works excellently for sunburns! I soaked for two days in this bath with a very painful sunburn (realizing quickly that pregnancy makes my skin more sensitive to the sun) and my sunburn was gone by day three with the itch decreased and no peeling. I highly recommend this product! FYI: The only inconvenience is the claylike residue that builds up around your bath drain. If you clean it while it is still wet, it comes off very easily." —Audrey
Another promising review: "I first started using this product when I developed unbearably itchy, dry skin during my pregnancy. After no success with lotions and bath oils, this was the first product to provide me with relief. Now my three-year-old has eczema and we use it in her bath water to help reduce inflammation and itching." —scmom
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $7.57.
13. A lightweight yet cushy pair of New Balance 608 V5 Cross Trainers lined with foam inserts that'll keep your feet supported all day long. They're also constructed with minimal interior seaming (bye bye, painful blisters!), and the mesh uppers provide extra breathability. Plus, their '90s "dad-style" is very on-trend.
Promising review: "These shoes are super comfortable and supportive. I used to play Pickle Ball on hard court surfaces with tennis shoes with little padding. I developed sore feet which had a term — plantar fasciitis!! These New Balance tennis shoes with thick memory foam inserts saved the day! I can keep playing the game I love and my foot pain is nearly gone! Best tennis shoes ever! And they come in wide too, which makes the fit perfect!!!" —Library
Another promising review: "I love these! They are the perfect dad sneakers and super in style! I love the blue color as well. They’re comfortable, great quality, and they provide a lot of support. They’re true to size as well." —Stephanie Russell
Get them from Amazon for $48.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–12, including narrow and wide sizes, and five styles).